RHP Buddy Carlyle, who posted an 8.10 ERA in seven games this spring, was releaed by the Mets on Friday. Carlyle, 38, went 1-0 with one save and a 5.63 ERA in 11 relief appearances for the Mets last year. He didn't pitch after May 11, originally due to back spasms, and he subsequently had a torn hip labrum repaired in July.

RHP Buddy Carlyle, who would have been eligible for arbitration this winter, refused an assignment to the minors and became a free agent Nov. 10. Carlyle, 37, went 1-0 with one save and a 5.63 ERA in 11 relief appearances for the Mets this year. He didn't pitch after May 11, originally due to back spasms, and he subsequently had a torn hip labrum repaired in July.

RHP Buddy Carlyle (hip surgery in July 2015) didn't pitch after May 11, originally due to back spasms, and he subsequently had a torn hip labrum repaired. He should be fine for spring training, though he will likely be with another team.

Carlyle underwent surgery and will likely miss the rest of the season, Adam Rubin of ESPN.com reports.

Carlyle was placed on the 60-day DL last Tuesday. Although he is eligible to return after the All-Star break, this report makes it seem like it will be a while before he gets a chance to return.

Carlyle was transferred to the 60-day DL on Tuesday.

This move was simply to open up a spot on the 40-man roster, and it does not change Carlyle's expected return date. When he was placed on the DL earlier this year for lower-back stiffness it was backdated to May 12, so he will be eligible to return after the All-Star break.

Carlyle is still having issues with his hip area, as he is dealing with discomfort with his back and hamstring, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Carlyle has been sidelined since May 12 and appears no closer to returning to action.

Carlyle's activity remains limited as he attempts to return from lower-back stiffness, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Carlyle has yet to resume throwing since suffering the injury May 12, which suggests the Mets are likely viewing him as out indefinitely at this point. The 37-year-old had compiled a 5.63 ERA and 1.12 WHIP over 11 appearances prior to landing on the DL.

Carlyle (back) was placed on the 15-day DL on Thursday, retroactive to May 12.

Manager Terry Collins had suggested a stint on the DL was likely for Carlyle, who came down with a bout of lower-back stiffness after his outing Monday. Carlyle will be eligible for activation May 27, but his progress in the days and weeks ahead will ultimately determine his return date. Jack Leathersich was recalled to take Carlyle's spot in the Mets' bullpen.

Mets manager Terry Collins said Wednesday that Carlyle (back) will "most likely" land on the DL, Mike Vorkunov of the Star-Ledger reports.

Carlyle has been battling some lower-back stiffness in recent days, and it seems he's not responding much to treatment as the right-hander appears destined to spend at least a couple weeks on the DL. While Carlyle has given up five runs in eight innings so far this season, he's been hurt by a .320 opponents' BABIP and 44.4% strand rate.

Carlyle (back) will not be available out of the Mets' bullpen Tuesday, Mike Vorkunov of The Star-Ledger reports.

Carlyle will get Tuesday off to rest his sore back and will be reevaluated Wednesday. There is a chance he could land on the disabled list if it turns out he will miss more than just a few games.

Carlyle is dealing with lower-back stiffness and should be considered day-to-day, Mike Vorkunov of The Star-Ledger reports.

The severity of Carlyle's stiffness is unknown but he may be given Tuesday off to rest so his lower back issue doesn't grow into a bigger problem. His status should be updated ahead of Tuesday's game against the Cubs after he's evaluated by the medical staff.

Carlyle notched the save, retiring the final two hitters, in the Mets' 3-1 Opening Day win over the Nationals.

Carlyle was used after Jeurys Familia pitched the eighth and Jenrry Mejia was unavailable for the ninth due to elbow soreness. Carlyle barely made the team out of spring training but came up big Monday.

Carlyle has made the Met's Opening Day roster as a third lefty in the bullpen, the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

At age 36, Carlyle turned in the best big league season of his career last year, pitching to a 1.45 ERA over 31 innings the Mets. He may not be used in many high-leverage situations, however.

The Mets have signed Carlyle to a minor-league deal, which includes an invitation to spring training.

In 27 games with the Mets, Carlyle posted a 1.45 ERA with a 28:5 K:BB ratio in 31 innings. He will get a chance to earn a role as the second lefty out of the team's bullpen.

Carlyle was outrighted off the 40-man roster Friday and has elected to become a free agent, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Carlyle refused his assignment to Triple-A Las Vegas and instead will be able to shop his services in free agency.

Carlyle allowed a run on three hits with three strikeouts Sunday against the Dodgers.

Carlyle has appeared in 10 games since getting called back on July 26, allowing two runs on 10 hits and a walk with 14 strikeouts in 13.1 innings. he is usually used in mop-up situations; a role he likely will fill the remainder of the season, especially with the rosters expanding September 1.

Mets purchased the contract of RHP Buddy Carlyle from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Carlyle was sent outright to Triple-A earlier in the week, but finds himself quickly back with the Mets. The 36-year-old hurler owns a 1.29 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 7/3 K/BB ratio over seven innings with the Mets this season. He'll function in middle relief.

Mets sent RHP Buddy Carlyle outright to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Carlyle cleared waivers and can now elect free agency. The 36-year-old may find a suitor after posting a 1.29 ERA in seven innings with the Mets.

Mets designated RHP Buddy Carlyle for assignment.

The 36-year-old did a nice job in his limited time with the Mets, allowing just one run over seven innings (1.29 ERA) while posting a 1.00 WHIP and 7/3 K/BB ratio. It's possible that he could generate interest on waivers from a team looking for bullpen depth.

Mets purchased the contract of RHP Buddy Carlyle from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Carlyle tossed 3 1/3 scoreless relief innings for the Mets earlier this season. He'll be used in low-leverage situations.